By Caleb Ishaya, Abuja
Inspector-General of Police, IGP, Kayode Egbetokun, yesterday, ordered water-tight security across the country to ensure a peaceful atmosphere for Citizens’ Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day anniversary.
Egbetokun, also asked police formations across the country to clamp down on miscreants as tension runs high in the country.
He gave the order in a statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi.
The Force PRO said the police in synergy with other security agencies, will fortify various designated event venues and the major highways across the country, to forestall any threats to lives and property and the celebration.
Adejobi said: “As part of the IGP’s comprehensive plan to ensure a seamless celebration, the IGP has ordered the deployment of adequate human and tactical resources to enable a maximum level of security for the independence celebration. The Police in synergy with other security agencies, will fortify various designated event venues and the major highways across the country, to forestall any threats to lives and property during and after the celebration.
“Additionally, the IGP has directed all personnel deployed for various operations during the celebrations to be courteous and firm in their engagements with members of the public. The Inspector-General of Police also felicitates with Nigerians as we commemorate our independence anniversary, noting that Nigerians are urged to reflect on the journey, triumphs, and challenges that have shaped our nation, honouring the sacrifices of our founding fathers and the generations that have contributed to our nation’s growth, unity and progress.
“IGP Egbetokun reiterates that the Nigeria Police Force remains committed to safeguarding our nation’s security, ensuring peaceful coexistence, and upholding the rule of law. We are dedicated to serving our communities with integrity, compassion, and professionalism. As we move forward, let us rekindle our sense of national pride, foster unity, and work together towards a brighter future for all Nigerians. As we commemorate our journey to freedom and self-governance, let us remember our responsibilities to promote peace and respect for the rule of law”.
Baring any last minute change organizers of August 1 to 10 EndBadGovernance say protesters will resume today for a second round nationwide protests to press home their demands. One of the groups, our correspondent gathered had officially written to the police and sister security agencies requesting for adequate security to forestall hijack a repeat of #Endbadgovernance where some miscreant appeared from the blues to cause mayhem which was outside the protest plan.
Meanwhile, Tinubu’s speech to commemorate Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary will most likely going to generate mix feelings as the country navigates through economic, security among other challenges.
A statement issued yesterday by the Special adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, said the broadcast is part of the activities lined up to celebrate this significant milestone in the country’s history.
AljazirahNigeria recalls that the Presidency had earlier announced a low-key celebration to reflect state of the nation.
Tinubu, is expected to announce a recalibration of his cabinet as feelers are ripe that no fewer than 10 ministers and officials may go should the president wield the big stick.
